Upgraded Radiator??? Anyone
06-07-2004, 04:48 PM
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Upgraded Radiator??? Anyone
I was just wondering if anyone has upgraded their radiator yet and could tell me if there is any modification to the factory cross member that needs to be done. Also, any benefits or actuall cooling characteristics that you got over stock would be great if you could describe those.
06-07-2004, 08:03 PM
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Re: Upgraded Radiator??? Anyone
Originally posted by exploder
I was just wondering if anyone has upgraded their radiator yet and could tell me if there is any modification to the factory cross member that needs to be done. Also, any benefits or actuall cooling characteristics that you got over stock would be great if you could describe those.
I was just wondering if anyone has upgraded their radiator yet and could tell me if there is any modification to the factory cross member that needs to be done. Also, any benefits or actuall cooling characteristics that you got over stock would be great if you could describe those.
I think a lower engine temperature could help with FI problems.
06-07-2004, 09:23 PM
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we offer this one... it holes just under double the amount of coolant then stock... and is almost 3 times as thick...
http://www.performancenissanparts.co...roducts_id=729
http://www.performancenissanparts.co...roducts_id=729
06-08-2004, 07:17 AM
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Koyo is releasing their radiator as soon as the boat arrives in port. I have one from the show circut showing up this week for myself. I'll post pics and pricing once it shows up. Expect a sale price of ~$450.
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Re: Re: Upgraded Radiator??? Anyone
Originally posted by Hraesvelg
bump, because I want to know too I think a lower engine temperature could help with FI problems.
bump, because I want to know too
I think a lower engine temperature could help with FI problems.
06-08-2004, 12:13 PM
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Do you think this would help with the overheating on the track? The intercooler still blocks the radiator, so even if it's thicker, it's still going to suffer from reduced air flow.
Do you think this would help with the overheating on the track? The intercooler still blocks the radiator, so even if it's thicker, it's still going to suffer from reduced air flow.
06-09-2004, 07:26 AM
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keeping the temp lower is not the radiators job - thats the thermostats job.
For guys doing heavy forced induction or doing frequent track days, the colder thermo + a radiator with more coolant capacity will help, as there is more cycling of the coolant going on, and will do away with the plastic endtanks that (I think) the Z has.
For guys doing heavy forced induction or doing frequent track days, the colder thermo + a radiator with more coolant capacity will help, as there is more cycling of the coolant going on, and will do away with the plastic endtanks that (I think) the Z has.
06-09-2004, 07:49 AM
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I don't know about the ATI kit but if the radiator is wider and the additional thickness moves the radiator closer to the front of the engine then the IC piping for the Vortech kit will hit the radiator fans. You would probably have to either get a lower profile aftermarket fan or modify the mounting somehow.
06-09-2004, 09:28 AM
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Originally posted by tranzholik
Are those thicker aluminum radiator heavier than stock ones?? If they aren't I am getting one
Are those thicker aluminum radiator heavier than stock ones?? If they aren't I am getting one
More volume = more water
More water = more weight
so...
Larger radiator = more weight.
I think with increases cooling capability, it's worth it.
06-09-2004, 12:08 PM
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well, my radiator cracked yesterday and I got it replaced today under warranty. They said that they have been having problems with the altimas doing the same thing. Wonder what could have caused this, I have never hit anything.
06-09-2004, 02:21 PM
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I had my stock readiator replaced by another stock one after mine opened up like a river all over my engine. Anyway, I wonder about the i/c fitment issues with these thicker radiators?
06-09-2004, 03:58 PM
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mine blew out as well last november, while i was on my way back to tampa and had to get towed to orlando infiniti. it was covered under warranty. would the stillen or other radiators fit the g as well?
06-09-2004, 08:56 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Z1 Performance
[B]keeping the temp lower is not the radiators job - thats the thermostats job.
Sorry Jason but the radiators one and only job is to lower the temp of the incoming water.
[B]keeping the temp lower is not the radiators job - thats the thermostats job.
Sorry Jason but the radiators one and only job is to lower the temp of the incoming water.
06-09-2004, 09:17 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Nathan
[B]
I'm Jason
Did I say that?
[B]
Originally posted by Z1 Performance
keeping the temp lower is not the radiators job - thats the thermostats job.
Sorry Jason but the radiators one and only job is to lower the temp of the incoming water.
keeping the temp lower is not the radiators job - thats the thermostats job.
Sorry Jason but the radiators one and only job is to lower the temp of the incoming water.
Did I say that?